Top 50 Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto
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Top 50 Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto

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  • Kikunoi Hontentop_1
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    Diamond
    Amazing
    Japanese
    133
    Kyoto.Gion1.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋁A century-old kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto
    󱨛A Classic Legacy from Renowned Chef Yoshihiro Murata
    󱨠Saved by 120 users
  • Nanzenji Junseitop_2
    Amazing
    Japanese
    13
    Kyoto.Okazaki1.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨝Delicious and heartwarming traditional Kyoto soup tofu
    󰋁A historical restaurant serving classic tastes
    󱨠Saved by 183 users
  • Moritaya - Kiyamachitop_3
    Amazing
    Japanese
    34
    Kyoto.Kawaramachi362m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Enjoy cool and refreshing views of the Kamo River from the terrace
    󲈜Take beautiful photos in a classic machiya by the Kamo River
    󱨠Saved by 240 users
  • MENYA INOICHI
    4
    Great
    Japanese
    6
    Kyoto.Kawaramachi1.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨝Awaken your taste buds with a specialty Kyoto broth
    󰋁Adjacent to Kyoto Municipal Museum of School History
    󱨠Saved by 124 users
  • Sumiyagura Kyoto
    5
    Amazing
    Japanese
    14
    Kyoto.Gion944m from downtown
    Highlights:
    Aromatic charcoal-grilled eel with our secret sauce - crispy, fragrant, and delicious
  • YASAKA
    6
    Restaurant in Park Hyatt Kyoto
    Amazing
    Western-style
    71
    Kyoto.Gion1.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2025 Global 100 - Restaurants for Views & Experiences
    Highlights:
    󰋄Terrace with beautiful sunset views of Yasaka Pagoda
    󲈜The Yasaka Pagoda is perfect for photos at sunset
  • Kyo Unawa
    7
    Amazing
    Japanese
    15
    Kyoto.Gion1.2 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Firm, tender grilled eel that draws crowds and endless praise
  • Gion Uokeya U
    8
    Amazing
    Japanese
    19
    Kyoto.Gion1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 7 of Local Restaurants in Kyoto
    Highlights:
    󱨝Kyoto-style eel rice, a traditional delicacy
    󰋁Specializing in Edo-style grilled eel for 34 years
  • Blue Bottle Coffee Kyoto
    9
    Great
    Coffee Shops
    4
    Kyoto.Okazaki1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󲈜Warm lighting in a rustic machiya
    󲈜A beautiful blend of ancient charm and modern style
  • Kyoto Katsugyu, Kiyomizu Gojozaka
    10
    Amazing
    Japanese
    9
    Kyoto.Gion1.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Popular Japanese restaurant with premium steak that's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside

What Must-Visit Restaurants are there in Kyoto?
These are all Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto:Kikunoi Honten, Nanzenji Junsei, Moritaya - Kiyamachi, MENYA INOICHI, Sumiyagura Kyoto
What are some highly-rated Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto?
Some highly-rated Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto include:Kikunoi Honten:4.7, Nanzenji Junsei:4.6, Moritaya - Kiyamachi:4.6, MENYA INOICHI:4.5, Sumiyagura Kyoto:5.0
At what locations in Kyoto can Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto be found?
The Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto are mainly located in:Kikunoi Honten:Kyoto, Nanzenji Junsei:Kyoto, Moritaya - Kiyamachi:Kyoto, MENYA INOICHI:Kyoto, Sumiyagura Kyoto:Kyoto
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